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Audi A3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

Y40 HYHMOT history

Y40 HYH is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 178,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

Y40 HYH black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
178,154 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 HYH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 HYH was last recorded at 178,154 miles on 7 May 2026, 10,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,835 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,319 miles
Average per year
10,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,154 miles
  • 2025 – 167,835 miles
  • 2024 – 156,223 miles
  • 2023 – 145,364 miles
  • 2022 – 132,160 miles
  • 2021 – 119,237 miles
  • 2020 – 111,567 miles
  • 2019 – 97,119 miles
  • 2018 – 82,927 miles
  • 2017 – 71,475 miles
  • 2016 – 55,153 miles
  • 2015 – 48,038 miles
  • 2014 – 40,623 miles
  • 2013 – 33,530 miles
  • 2012 – 25,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,154 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSR and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,154 miles (+10,319)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    178,154 miles
    Test number
    935109714207
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSR and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass167,835 miles (+11,612)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    167,835 miles
    Test number
    264618902749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass156,223 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    156,223 miles
    Test number
    452279997262
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail156,220 miles (+10,856)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,220 miles
    Test number
    395251864791
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass145,364 miles (+13,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    145,364 miles
    Test number
    431156600167
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass132,160 miles (+12,923)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    132,160 miles
    Test number
    860327594600
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass119,237 miles (+7,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,237 miles
    Test number
    898382937360
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass111,567 miles (+14,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,567 miles
    Test number
    602375336124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryUneven tyre tread wear on o/s rear

  9. Pass97,119 miles (+14,192)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,119 miles
    Test number
    693189720373
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened forward arm/dog bone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened forward arm/dog bone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass82,927 miles (+11,452)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,927 miles
    Test number
    679347445124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,475 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,475 miles
    Test number
    904415954371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,259 miles (+16,106)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,259 miles
    Test number
    367512983576
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear coil spring broken both sides (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass55,153 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,153 miles
    Test number
    737377693330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,038 miles
    Test number
    388385075096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail48,029 miles (+7,406)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,029 miles
    Test number
    209475575011
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  16. Fail40,623 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,623 miles
    Test number
    359998374067
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass40,623 miles (+7,093)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,623 miles
    Test number
    816938174052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,530 miles (+8,345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,530 miles
    Test number
    659374263081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,185 miles
    Test number
    697701662082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y40 HYH

Does Y40 HYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y40 HYH is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y40 HYH?
The MOT on Y40 HYH is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y40 HYH done?
Y40 HYH was recorded at 178,154 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 10,786 miles a year.
Has Y40 HYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 HYH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y40 HYH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y40 HYH find?
Y40 HYH passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nsr and osf.

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